For questions about finch enclosures (cages & aviaries).
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daniel_b
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by daniel_b » Sun Aug 10, 2014 11:54 pm
finchmix22, Sally, delray & Teagarden
You requested to see photos of my aviaries.
This is only a couple of them - I can't seem to upload the others because of their size :/
Let me know what you think

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Daniel.
Zebra finch (grizzle mutation)
Plumhead/cherry finches
Bengalese finch (societies)
Pied java sparrow
spice finch (nutmeg mannikins)
African silverbills
chestnut-breasted mannikins
Silver headed nuns
Tri-coloured nuns
Gouldian finches
Peaceful doves
King quail
stubble quail
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Sally
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by Sally » Mon Aug 11, 2014 12:02 am
Looking good. Is the metal at the bottom of the aviaries to keep out predators such as snakes? Do you have mixed species in each aviary, or is each aviary dedicated to one species?
3 Purple Grenadiers, 1 Goldbreast + 1 cat.
National Finch & Softbill Society -
http://www.nfss.org
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daniel_b
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by daniel_b » Mon Aug 11, 2014 12:06 am
I have my aviaries on bare ground, pegged down with tent pegs so they don't blow over in strong winds, no trouble with predators, mice etc,
6 of my aviaries house mixed species and the other 2 are dedicated zebra finch aviaries

Daniel.
Zebra finch (grizzle mutation)
Plumhead/cherry finches
Bengalese finch (societies)
Pied java sparrow
spice finch (nutmeg mannikins)
African silverbills
chestnut-breasted mannikins
Silver headed nuns
Tri-coloured nuns
Gouldian finches
Peaceful doves
King quail
stubble quail
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daniel_b
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by daniel_b » Mon Aug 11, 2014 12:08 am
The aviary in the 3rd picture I made all by my self

Definitely a DIY job but it works!
Daniel.
Zebra finch (grizzle mutation)
Plumhead/cherry finches
Bengalese finch (societies)
Pied java sparrow
spice finch (nutmeg mannikins)
African silverbills
chestnut-breasted mannikins
Silver headed nuns
Tri-coloured nuns
Gouldian finches
Peaceful doves
King quail
stubble quail
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Teagarden
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by Teagarden » Mon Aug 11, 2014 4:19 am
Looks like there is a lot of room for birds! I bet they enjoy it.
I would love to have an outdoor aviary someday.
RC Cordon Bleus, Gold Breasts, Gouldians, Owls, R/T Parrot Finch, Spice Finch, Star Finch, St Helena's, Strawberries, American Singer Canary, Irish Fancy Canaries, 2 dogs & 1 indoor cat
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daniel_b
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by daniel_b » Mon Aug 11, 2014 6:22 am
Teagarden,
I have in excess of 150 birds!
The best thing about housing them in aviaries is they get to act more naturally, even more so if there is live plants growing in the aviary, but my aviaries are not big enough for that, I just add natural, non toxic branches such as gumtree and tea tree.
Plus the more room you can offer the better

Daniel.
Zebra finch (grizzle mutation)
Plumhead/cherry finches
Bengalese finch (societies)
Pied java sparrow
spice finch (nutmeg mannikins)
African silverbills
chestnut-breasted mannikins
Silver headed nuns
Tri-coloured nuns
Gouldian finches
Peaceful doves
King quail
stubble quail
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daniel_b
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by daniel_b » Mon Aug 11, 2014 6:23 am
If you do have the space and money,
YOU WON'T REGRET IT

Daniel.
Zebra finch (grizzle mutation)
Plumhead/cherry finches
Bengalese finch (societies)
Pied java sparrow
spice finch (nutmeg mannikins)
African silverbills
chestnut-breasted mannikins
Silver headed nuns
Tri-coloured nuns
Gouldian finches
Peaceful doves
King quail
stubble quail
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Sam007
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by Sam007 » Mon Aug 11, 2014 2:55 pm
Very nice aviaries.

❤ ❤ ❤ ★ ★ ★ I love Gouldian Finches.★ ★ ★ ❤ ❤ ❤